Audio Production/Digital Content/Social Media Intern

Job Description and Position Requirements
WPSU, Penn State's PBS and NPR public media station serving Central PA, is seeking a highly motivated intern to contribute to audio production, social media, and presentation of audience data. Our broadcast and digital media teams are focused on producing, distributing, and promoting informative, educational, and enriching media to Central and Northern Pennsylvania.

The intern will work with both teams on items essential to the growth of our service to the community.

Responsibilities

Organizing audio recording sessions and assisting in audio production

Participating in the distribution of audio and video media across internal and external channels

Developing content for social media appropriate to WPSU's news stories, along with other content appropriate to WPSU's mission

Writing assignments including scripts for broadcast media, internal presentations, etc.

Gathering and analyzing social media and digital media audience statistics

Assist with search engine optimization for WPSU's digital content

Knowledge of and special interest in public media is preferred. Past experience working professionally with social media, audio production, news, or digital media development and distribution is a plus, and an emphasis on undergraduate work in Media Studies, Mass Communications, or Strategic Communications is desired.

Qualifications
The successful candidate must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, research skills, and the ability to work independently to complete assigned tasks within identified timeframes. The candidate must also be comfortable learning and utilizing technology, audio recording and editing tools, and data analysis tools.

This position is available for up to 10 hours per week at $15 per hour for the Fall 2025 semester and/or Spring 2026 semester.

Background Checks/Clearances
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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